Local Directory

Appleton Museum of Art

Stunning travertine marble museum housing over 24,000 works spanning European, American, Asian, and African art. The reflecting pool out front is as photogenic as the galleries inside. Affiliated with the College of Central Florida.

Baseline Road Trailhead

Trailhead providing access to the Santos mountain biking and hiking trail system. Parking, restrooms, and trail maps make this a convenient starting point for riders and hikers.

Baseline Trailhead Park

Park and trailhead along the Cross Florida Greenway with access to paved and unpaved trails for biking, hiking, and horseback riding. A gateway to some of Ocala's best outdoor recreation.

Brick City Adventure Park

29-acre urban adventure park in the heart of Ocala with guided cave tours through White Cliff Cave, a low-ropes course, interpretive hikes, playgrounds, and picnic pavilions. Named after Ocala's historic 'Brick City' nickname.

Coehadjoe Park

Natural area with picnic tables, sport courts, a playground & walking trails through the trees.

Discovery Center

Ocala's hands-on children's science center at Tuscawilla Park, open since 1997. Interactive exhibits, live reptiles, rotating galleries, and STEAM programs for ages 2-12. A great rainy-day option for families.

Fort King Building

Historic building near the Fort King National Historic Landmark site, serving as a gateway to the interpretive trails and living history exhibits of the Second Seminole War era.

Fort King National Historic Landmark

Forty-acre National Historic Landmark preserving the site of a major Second Seminole War military post. A full-scale replica fort, interactive visitor center, heritage garden, and nature trails bring 1827 Florida frontier history to life.

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Jervey Gantt Park

Large recreation complex in Ocala with sports fields, a playground, walking trails, and picnic pavilions. A popular spot for youth sports leagues and family outings.

Lillian Bryant Park

Urban park with a splash pad, basketball & volleyball courts, kid's baseball field & 1-mi. trail.

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Marion County Museum of History and Archaeology

Small museum dedicated to Marion County's rich archaeological and historical heritage, with exhibits spanning prehistoric Native American artifacts to early Florida settlement history.

Santos Trails

80+ miles of single-track mountain bike trails built on a former rock quarry — one of the top trail systems in the Southeast. Color-coded trails for all skill levels, plus the Vortex Freeride area for adrenaline junkies. Free admission.

Scott Springs Park

Community park in Ocala with a natural spring-fed pool area, picnic pavilions, walking trails, and a playground. A local favorite for family outings and afternoon picnics.

Sholom Park

A 44-acre public garden and park in the On Top of the World community in Ocala. Features walking paths, formal gardens, water features, and the popular Spring Strings outdoor concert series. Free admission.

Silver River Museum & Environmental Education Center

Hidden gem inside Silver Springs State Park with 12,000 years of Florida history — prehistoric artifacts, rare fossils, and a pioneer cracker village with historic cabins and a one-room schoolhouse. Open to the public on weekends only.

Silver Springs State Park

Home of the world-famous glass-bottom boats since the 1870s — Florida's oldest tourist attraction. Crystal-clear springs, kayaking on the Silver River, hiking trails, and a campground make this a must-visit natural landmark.

Silver Springs State Park Glass Bottom Boat Tours

The original glass-bottom boat experience, running since the 1870s. Thirty-minute tours depart every 15-20 minutes, with extended 90-minute deep tours at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Book ahead — they sell out.

Silver Springs State Park Paddling Adventures

Kayak and canoe rentals on the crystal-clear Silver River inside Silver Springs State Park. Paddle through one of Florida's most pristine waterways with chances to spot manatees, turtles, and monkeys.

The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park

Florida's only true canopy tour — soar up to 155 feet high on zip lines reaching 1,150 feet long over old limestone quarry canyons and spring-fed lakes. Kayaking and horseback riding too. Tours start at $59.

Tuscawilla Art Park

Outdoor art park in downtown Ocala featuring rotating sculpture installations and public art. A creative green space perfect for an afternoon walk among the artwork.

Tuscawilla Park

34-acre park in the heart of Ocala with a children's playground, walking trail around Lake Tuscawilla, tennis and basketball courts, and the Discovery Center. The Sunday Makers Market at Heart of the Park adds local flair.

World Equestrian Center

The largest equestrian complex in the country, located in the Horse Capital of the World. Features world-class facilities, The Equestrian Hotel, dining, and year-round events open to the public.